We are a busy, patient-focused dental office looking for a reliable, friendly, and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our team. We are open to both part-time and full-time candidates and are willing to train the right person with a great attitude and strong work ethic.
Our ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in helping create a smooth, comfortable experience for our patients.
Responsibilities:
Welcome and seat patients, ensuring a positive and comfortable experience
Prepare patients for treatments and procedures
Set up and organize instruments, equipment, and materials
Assist the dentist with 4-handed dentistry
Sterilize and maintain instruments according to OSHA and office protocols
Provide patients with oral hygiene and post-operative instructions
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked operatory
Perform lab tasks as needed
Assist with scheduling and maintaining accurate patient records
Support front desk duties and basic payment processing when needed
Qualifications:
Previous dental assisting experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization procedures
Understanding of infection control and safety protocols
Ability to perform expanded duties (e.g., coronal polishing) is a plus
Strong computer and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask and stay organized in a high-volume setting
Dependable, team-oriented, and professional
High school diploma required; dental assisting certification or EFDA is a plus
What We’re Looking For:
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
A team player who is willing to jump in where needed
Someone who genuinely enjoys working with patients
Ability to stay calm and efficient in a busy environment
Numbers & Facts
Location
Rome, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Dentistryunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Infection Controlunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Payment Processingunmatched
Polishingunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Sterilizationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
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